Orange
Orange contains moderate levels of Histamine, Salicylate and Oxalates. It has low levels of FODMAPs, Fructose, Oligosaccharides, Sucrose and Nickel. If you're sensitive to any of these, check it against your profile before eating.
Intolerances
- Histamine (+liberators / DAO inhibitors)Moderate
Citrus contains almost no histamine — it is a liberator: it makes your own mast cells release what you already carry. Looking up the histamine content of an orange tells you nothing useful; the reaction comes from the release, not the fruit.
- SalicylateModerate
- OxalatesModerate
- FODMAPsLow
- FructoseLow
- OligosaccharidesLow
- SucroseLow
- NickelLow
- LactoseNone
- GlutenNone
- SorbitolNone
- TyramineNone
Intolerance levels are based on our documented scientific sources. See sources →
Note about this food
Histamine – liberator not source: Oranges are not high in histamine themselves, but they are classified as histamine liberators—they trigger the release of endogenous histamine from mast cells . This pseudo-allergic reaction occurs without IgE involvement and can cause symptoms in sensitive individuals. Oranges are listed among foods to limit on low-histamine diets Oxalates: this is a moderate oxalate source, so if you're oxalate-sensitive keep the portion modest and drink plenty of water to help flush oxalates. Dried or concentrated forms are higher in oxalate.
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Frequently asked questions
Which intolerances does Orange affect?
Orange is notable for Histamine, Salicylate, Oxalates, FODMAPs, Fructose, Oligosaccharides, Sucrose and Nickel.
Does Orange contain Histamine?
Orange contains moderate levels of Histamine. Citrus contains almost no histamine — it is a liberator: it makes your own mast cells release what you already carry. Looking up the histamine content of an orange tells you nothing useful; the reaction comes from the release, not the fruit.
Does Orange contain Salicylate?
Orange contains moderate levels of Salicylate.
Does Orange contain Oxalates?
Orange contains moderate levels of Oxalates.
Does Orange contain FODMAPs?
Orange contains only low levels of FODMAPs. Amounts vary by brand and recipe, so always check the label of the exact product.